Diclofenac sodium Prescribing at DORDON & POLESWORTH GROUP PRACTICE

Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases

Items (12m)
134
Total Quantity
6,723
NHS Cost
£539
vs National Avg
+164%

DORDON & POLESWORTH GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 134 items of Diclofenac sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £539 to the NHS. This is 164% above the national average prescribing rate. Diclofenac sodium is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14

Prescribing Details

Total Items134
Total Quantity6,723
Total NHS Cost£539
Presentations8 different forms
vs National Average+164%

Diclofenac sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice134 items
National average per practice51 items
Difference+164% vs national average
Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.